Description
Warm, sweet, and perfectly baked every time. Discover how to make sweet potatoes that are crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender inside.
Ingredients
Scale
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4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1½ lbs)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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½ teaspoon sea salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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Optional toppings: butter, cinnamon, maple syrup, chopped herbs, or sour cream
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
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Wash, scrub, and dry sweet potatoes. Prick several times with a fork.
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Rub sweet potatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
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Bake for 45–60 minutes, turning once halfway, until a fork pierces easily.
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Let cool slightly, split open, and fluff with a fork. Add desired toppings and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American